American legislators are urging Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to appear in the United States and provide testimony regarding his connections with Jeffrey Epstein, a controversial figure linked to child exploitation.
King Charles has received accolades from US authorities for stripping Andrew of his prince title. Lawmakers overwhelmingly voted to release the Epstein files, with officials praising the UK’s swift actions under King Charles’ leadership.
Republican Rep Thomas Massie emphasized the need for accountability similar to that seen in Britain, referencing the removal of titles and positions, including the dismissal of Peter Mandelson, the UK’s ambassador to the US. Despite allegations, Andrew has consistently denied any misconduct.
While the Government stated that legislative action to strip Andrew’s titles is unnecessary, the Duke of York faced a setback as his name was reportedly removed from plaques in the Falkland Islands. The US expressed intentions to align with the UK’s stance on this matter.
Democratic Rep Ro Khanna suggested the possibility of summoning Andrew to testify before Congress, underscoring the importance of swift justice in the US akin to the British response.
In a significant move last October, King Charles officially removed all remaining royal titles from Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor due to renewed scrutiny over his association with Jeffrey Epstein.
Buckingham Palace confirmed that Andrew would no longer use the title “His Royal Highness” and that all official affiliations and military roles tied to the Crown had been rescinded, marking the conclusion of a tumultuous period for the royal family.
Following a contentious BBC interview addressing his ties to Epstein, Andrew had withdrawn from public duties in 2019, setting the stage for the subsequent actions taken by the monarchy.
